What are the recommended nutrient intake for preschoolers according to the ICBF?
Proteins
Calcium
Fats
Iron
Carbohydrates
Vitamin A
Fiber
Zinc
Proteins should account for 10-15% of the VCT, with 50% from animal sources and 50% from plant sources.
Calcium intake should be 500mg for 2-3 year-olds and 600mg for 4-5 year-olds.
Fats should account for 30-35% of the VCT, with saturated fats <10%, polyunsaturated fats at 10%, and the rest as monounsaturated fats.
Iron intake should be 9mg for all ages.
Carbohydrates should account for 50-60% of the VCT, with 8-10% as simple sugars.
Vitamin A intake should be 420 ER for 2-year-olds, 460 ER for 3-year-olds, 510 ER for 4-year-olds, and 550 ER for 5-year-olds.
Fiber intake should be calculated as the child's age in years plus 5 grams.
Zinc intake should be 4mg for 2-year-olds, 5mg for 3-year-olds, and 6mg for 4-5 year-olds.